The WNBA will head north for a preseason game in Canada. The Chicago Sky will face the Minnesota Lynx on May 13 in Toronto in the first WNBA game to be played in the country.
The Chicago Sky will face the Minnesota Lynx on May 13 in Toronto in the first WNBA game to be played in the country.“Bringing a WNBA preseason game to Canada is an important milestone for the global growth of the league,” Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said. “I’ve spoken often of the global popularity of women’s basketball, and this past season WNBA games were broadcast in 207 countries and territories, including in Canada, where fans have shown a great appetite for WNBA action.
“We are looking forward to participating in this historic game for the WNBA,” said Cheryl Reeve, the Lynx coach and president of basketball operations. “The league’s global popularity has shown incredible growth, and I am pleased our team will be a part of continuing to pave the path for the WNBA by bringing our game to Canada.”
Chicago Sky forward Candace Parker warms up for the WNBA Commissioner's Cup championship against the Las Vegas Aces at Wintrust Arena on July 26, 2022.
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